Bernina Express holidays

Yes and advance booking is highly recommended, especially in the busy summer season when demand is particularly high. Packages can easily be booked online or via one of our travel experts.

This depends on your personal preferences:

• Spring (March to May): Ideal for watching the snow melt and meadows bloom.
• Summer (June to August): Perfect for warm weather and green landscapes.
• Autumn (September to November): A great time for quieter travel with cooler temperatures and stunning autumn colours.
• Winter (December to February): Best for snow-covered scenery and cosy train journeys.

Each season has its own charm so the choice depends on whether you prefer spring blooms, summer greenery, autumnal colours or wintry scenery. Please note seasonal timetable changes.

There is no dining car and only a roving minibar with a limited range of snacks but you can bring your own food. If you book our Classic package, you will have just over two hours in Tirano where you can eat lunch at one of the many local restaurants.

The journey is suitable for passengers of all ages, including families with children but please do note the following important points:

• Tickets: Children can benefit from reduced fares, depending on their age. Please contact our travel experts for more specific information about your booking. 
• Entertainment and Activities: Remember that the journey is approximately 5 hours therefore you may wish to bring books or games to keep your children occupied. 
• Snacks and Refreshments: As there are only limited catering provisions on the Bernina Express, we recommend that you bring plenty of snacks and drinks for your children.

Yes, the Bernina Express is wheelchair accessible. Please contact one of our travel consultants to organise your trip.

The main difference between the classes is the seating. Seats are larger and more comfortable in 1st class and there are fewer places per row, offering more space and privacy. In 1st class, the seating arrangement is usually 2+1, meaning two seats to one side of the aisle and one on the other. In 2nd class, there are usually two seats on either side of the aisle. Although 2nd class seats are still comfortable, they offer slightly less space and legroom than those in 1st class.

Both classes have large panoramic windows that offer an impressive view of the surrounding landscape. The difference in the field of vision between the two classes is minimal.